{"product_id":"sea-hawk-islands-44-tf","title":"Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Bottom Paint","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"classyunicodedone\"\u003eSea Hawk Islands 44 TF Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF is an advanced tin-free, self-polishing antifouling bottom paint that keeps your hull bottom free of organic growth over multiple cruising seasons. Suitable for both sailing and motor yachts, Islands 44 TF dries to a glossy sheen which helps reduce drag yielding improved speed with less fuel consumption. This dual-biocide antifouling paint utilizes a high purity Cuprous Oxide combined with pharmaceutical-grade Econea to protect your hull against both hard and soft growth. The controlled release formulation ensures biocides are dispersed at a precise rate independent of water types. Islands 44 TF has high volume solids, maximizing surface coverage to yield reduced paint usage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea Hawk Islands 44 TF's low VOC formulation complies with rigid limits set by the California Air Quality Management Board and offers a slim-resistant yacht finish with California-compliant VOC emissions and low copper leach rate. This paint provides boaters with a high-performance antifouling that is compatible with virtually every solvent-based bottom paint, including those containing tin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTin-Free multi season performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEffective in fresh, brackish, and salt waters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium quality raw materials and biocides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEconea Biocide Fights both Hard and Soft growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighest grade of cuprous oxide available to help keep barnacles away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh solids volume content maximizes surface coverage, reducing application time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with virtually every solvent-based bottom paint, including those containing tin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32.7% Cuprous Oxide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish: \u003c\/strong\u003eGloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume Solids:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e61%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolids by Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e82%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVOC:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e300 grams per liter \/ 2.5 lbs. per gallon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Leach Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.98 Micrograms\/cm2\/Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e228-408 sq. ft.\/gal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size: \u003c\/strong\u003e1 US Gallon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1005TF-Black, 1002TF-Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"classyunicodedone\"\u003eHow to Apply Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSea Hawk Islands 44 TF Bottom Paint is easily applied by brush, roller, or spray. When rolling, use only a high-quality short nap 3\/8” roller cover. Apply using thin coats. For the smoothest possible finish, thin the paint approximately 10% using Sea Hawk 2053 Reducer. Islands 44 TF has a tendency for settling to occur, especially if the paint has been on the shelf for several months. Thoroughly mix the paint before using. Before using, check the sides and bottom of the can to make sure all the pigment has been mixed in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Semi-Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage\u003c\/strong\u003e:  228-408 Sq Ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bursh, Rolling, Airless Sprayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Roller Thickness\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3\/8” Nap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Film Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.0-7.0 mils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Film Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.4-4.3 mils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e50° F Min\/ 95° F Max\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinner:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSea Hawk 2053 Reducer (10% maximum)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate Temp.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTouch Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaunch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e77° F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e95° F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 hour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The drying times above are based on 4-7 mils wet at 50% humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Preparation and Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreviously Painted Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown Compatibility of existing antifoulant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower wash to remove any loose paint or other contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScuff sand with 80 grit sandpaper, remove all residue and let dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum 2 coats of Island 44 TF. Allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnknown Compatibility of existing antifoulant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower wash to remove any loose paint or other contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScuff sand with 80 grit sandpaper, remove all residue and let dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply 1 coat of 1277 Barrier coat primer or 1283 Island Primer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF. Allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePoor condition of existing antifoulant\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf previous coating is cracking, peeling, or flaking strip the antifoulant with stripper, sanding, or commercial blasting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce stripped refer to the Bare Fiberglass Application Guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo prepare the surface it is important to remove all contaminants first. Scrub the surface with detergent soap and a stiff brush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing either S-80 Wax N’ Grease Killer or S-90 De-Wax Etch \u0026amp; Cleaner scrub the surface and rinse thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand to a uniform dull looking surface with 80-100 grit sandpaper and rewash with S-80 Wax and Grease Killer or S-90 De-Watch Etch \u0026amp; Cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce cleaned and sanded, seal the surface with 2-3 coats of Tuff Stuff. Apply the second coat once the first has a tacky feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF. Allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSanding Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand to a uniform dull looking surface with 80-100 grit sandpaper and rewash with S-80 Wax and Grease Killer or S-90 De-Watch Etch \u0026amp; Cleaner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF. Allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNon-Sanding Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply one thin coat of Sea Hawk 1266 no more than .3-.5 mils wet film thickness and allow to dry for 1 hour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF. Allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface and ensure it is dry and free of contaminants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand to a uniformly frosty, dull looking surface with 80-100 grit sandpaper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply two coats of Island 44 TF. Apply first coat thinned 20% and let dry overnight. Apply two more coats allowing 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel\/Aluminum Hulls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSandblast to near white or white metal SSPC-SP-10 or equivalent. Remove residue by brush or compressed air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper Based Antifoulant Application\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply two coats of S-76 Primer, the first coat applied within 1 hour of sanding. Allow the first coat to dry to a tacky feel then apply second coat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal the surface by using 3-4 coats of Tuff Stuff. Apply the first coat within 8 hours of applying the last coat of S-76.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF, allow 3-6 hours between coats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCopper-Free Antifouling Application for Aluminum Only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeal the surface with 2 coats of Tuff Stuff. Apply the first coat and allow the surface to dry to a tacky finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApply minimum of two coats of Island 44 TF, allow 3-6 hours between coats and a minimum overnight dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove information sourced from Sea Hawk Bottom Paint Application Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/Sea_Hawk_Mission_Bay_App_Guide.pdf\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" title=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn3.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" width=\"38\" height=\"37\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here to download Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Bottom Paint Application Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Residents:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/stencil\/7a6987c0-e35a-013e-5580-6a7fee461443\/e\/4e5d3560-dab8-013e-a88a-12df8f8cb346\/img\/warning.png\" alt=\"warning sign\" class=\"warningImg\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" class=\"productWarning\"\u003eP65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sea Hawk","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Gal","offer_id":43098116718726,"sku":"S-H-1005TFGL","price":404.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue \/ Gal","offer_id":43098116751494,"sku":"S-H-1002TFGL","price":404.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/2819\/4438\/files\/Sea_Hawk_Islands_44_T_photo__94233.jpg?v=1770148704","url":"https:\/\/truewindmarine.com\/products\/sea-hawk-islands-44-tf","provider":"True Wind Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}